Best Delectable Zucchini Bites Recipes

ZUCCHINI GARLIC BITES

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This tasty zucchini garlic bites recipe combines shredded zucchini with garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and is served with a marinara dipping sauce for an Italian inspired twist.

Provided by Grow a Good Life

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup shredded zucchini (drained well)
1 clove garlic (grated fine)
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 large egg
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives ((or 1 tablespoon dried chives))
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley ((or 1/2 tablespoon dried))
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil ((or 1/2 teaspoon dried))
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano ((or 1/2 teaspoon dried))
pinch of salt and pepper
tomato sauce (for dipping)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400˚F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray. Set aside.
Use a box grater to grate the zucchini into a clean towel. Roll up the towel and twist to wring out the moisture.
Grate the garlic using the small holes on the box grater.
Add the shredded zucchini, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, chives, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper to a medium bowl. Mix well to combine.
Shape a tablespoon of the mixture into your hands, pat into small balls, and place on the baking sheet.
Bake for 15-18 minutes in the preheated oven until golden. Serve warm with marinara sauce. Recipe makes about 16 bites.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bite, Calories 26 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, Fat 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 54 mg, Fiber 0.2 g, Sugar 0.3 g

CHEESY ZUCCHINI BITES

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Too much Zucchini? Make some delicious Cheesy Zucchini Bites, double cheese makes these the perfect side dish or appetizer.

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories antipasto Appetizer Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1-2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium zucchini ((chopped small))
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup shredded firm mozzarella ((1 cup if you like it extra cheesy))
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 egg ((large))
1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons bread crumbs
1-2 tablespoons fresh chopped Italian parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-2 dashes pepper
1/4 cup bread crumbs ((approximately for rolling))

Steps:

In a medium frying pan add the olive oil, chopped zucchini, minced garlic, salt and water. Cook covered on medium low heat for approximately 10-15 minutes (make sure the zucchini does not brown, you want it tender), remove cover and continue to cook on low until the water has evaporated and zucchini is tender.
Then remove from heat place in a large bowl and squish with a fork. To the bowl add the shredded mozzarella, parmesan cheese, egg, bread crumbs (1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons), parsley and pepper, combine gently until compact.
Form into 19 balls, then roll the zucchini balls in the 1/4 cup of bread crumbs, place on a plate, cover with plastic and refrigerate for at least an hour**.
Remove from the fridge and either deep fry in hot oil (350 F / 180 C) until golden, or pan fry in a little hot oil, turn once or twice until golden, or bake in a pre heated 350F / 180C oven for approximately 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with a little salt before serving. Enjoy/!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 92 mg, ServingSize 1 serving